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{{Quote|A whole Golden Age shipyard, but crawling with [[Fallen]].|[[Arach Jalaal]]}}
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{{Location infobox
|image            = Cosmodrome pano.jpg
|image            = Cosmodrome pano.jpg
|planet          = Earth (Old Russia)
|planet          = [[Earth]], [[Old Russia]]
|factions        = City/Fallen/Hive/Taken
|factions        = [[Guardian]] [[Vanguard]] <br> [[House of Devils]] (''[[Devil Splicers]]'') <br> [[Spawn of Crota]] <br> [[Blood of Oryx]] <br> [[Taken]]
|connecting areas =  
|connecting areas = N/A
|area type        = Patrol/Mission Area
|area type        = Patrol/Mission Area
|public events    = Yes
|public events    = Yes
|patrol beacons  = Yes
|patrol beacons  = Yes
}}
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The '''Cosmodrome''' is located in [[Old Russia]]. Operated by the [[Russian Federal Bureau of Aeronautics]], or ''PФбA'',<ref>[http://www.allgamesbeta.com/2014/06/destiny-alpha-gameplay-leaked.html '''All-games Beta''' : ''Destiny Alpha Gameplay Leaked'']</ref> the Cosmodrome was a vital link to space during [[human]]ity's [[Golden Age]], and centuries after the [[Collapse]], the remnants of forgotten [[colony ship]]s on the launch pad can still be seen, waiting to fly again.<ref>'''Game Informer January 2014''', ''page 52''</ref>  
{{Quote|A whole Golden Age shipyard, but crawling with [[Fallen]].|[[Arach Jalaal]]}}
The '''Cosmodrome''' is a shipyard located in [[Old Russia]],<ref>'''Bungie (2014/9/9)''', ''[[Destiny]]: Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, [[Grimoire]]: [[Grimoire/Places/Earth#Old_Russia|Old Russia]]''</ref> holding the [[Seraphim Vault|abode]] of [[Warmind]] [[Rasputin]]<ref>'''Bungie (2014/9/9)''', ''[[Destiny]]: Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, [[Grimoire]]: [[Grimoire/Allies/Rasputin#Rasputin|Rasputin]]''</ref> and the [[Site 6|Replication chamber]] of [[SIVA]].<ref>'''Bungie (2016/20/9)''', ''[[Destiny]]: [[Rise of Iron]] Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, [[Grimoire]]: [[Grimoire/Allies/Rasputin#Ghost_Fragment_Rasputin_6|Ghost Fragment: Rasputin 6]]''</ref>
 
==Overview==
Operated by the [[Russian Federal Bureau of Aeronautics]], or '''PФбA''',<ref>[http://www.allgamesbeta.com/2014/06/destiny-alpha-gameplay-leaked.html '''All-games Beta''' : ''Destiny Alpha Gameplay Leaked'']</ref> the Cosmodrome was a vital link to space during [[human]]ity's [[Golden Age]], and centuries after the [[Collapse]], the remnants of forgotten [[colony ship]]s on the launch pad can still be seen, waiting to fly again.<ref>'''Game Informer January 2014''', ''page 52''</ref>  
 
Every location in Old Russia, including the [[Plaguelands]], lies within the confines of the Cosmodrome's [[The Wall|vast security wall]], with the exception of the [[Gateway]] and [[Felwinter Peak]].<ref name = "Beta">'''Bungie (2014-7-17)''', ''Destiny: Beta PlayStation 4, Activision Blizzard.''</ref> The ruins of the Cosmodrome tell some of the history of the Collapse: hundreds of civilian vehicles are seen outside the facility's walls trying to get in, with, with tanks parked on the opposite side of the entrance. The [[Devil's Spire|colony ship]] that stands as the centerpiece of the area had been one of the last ships attempting to escape the Darkness, but failed to launch due to a [[The Blast|fuel line explosion]].<ref name="CosRideAlong"/>.
 
[[Spinmetal]] can be found in lots of place throughout the Cosmodrome and can be used to upgrade gear or given to a [[Faction]] in return for advanced materials and [[Reputation]].


==History==
==History==
Besides launching colony ships, the Cosmodrome was vital for its [[Planetary Defense Network|planetary array]] which maintained contact with the colonies, and for housing the [[Warmind]] [[Rasputin]], who was responsible for protecting [[Earth]] from outside threats. Since the Collapse, the [[House of Devils]]  made their [[The Devils' Lair (location)|lair]] here,<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LeDaevD7cEo '''YouTube''' - ''Official Destiny Strike Gameplay: The Devils' Lair'']</ref> with a [[Hive]] invasion force fighting to establish a beachhead for a pending invasion of Earth and the [[House of Kings]] keeping watch from the old [[King's Watch|control center]]. By the time of the [[SIVA Crisis]], the Kings have withdrawn and the [[Devil Splicers]] have risen to power thanks to [[SIVA]], threatening the remaining Hive nests.
Besides launching colony ships, the Cosmodrome was vital for its [[Planetary Defense Network|planetary array]] which maintained contact with the colonies, and for housing the [[Warmind]] [[Rasputin]], who was responsible for protecting [[Earth]] from outside threats. Since the Collapse, the [[House of Devils]]  made their [[The Devils' Lair (location)|lair]] here,<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LeDaevD7cEo '''YouTube''' - ''Official Destiny Strike Gameplay: The Devils' Lair'']</ref> with a [[Hive]] invasion force fighting to establish a beachhead for a pending invasion of Earth<ref>'''Bungie (2014/9/9)''', ''[[Destiny]]: Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, [[The Dark Within]]''</ref> and the [[House of Kings]] keeping watch from the old [[King's Watch|control center]].<ref>'''Bungie (2014/5/19)''', ''[[Destiny]]: [[House of Wolves (expansion)|House of Wolves]] Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, [[The Ruling House]]''</ref> By the time of the [[SIVA Crisis]], the Kings have withdrawn and the [[Devil Splicers]] risen to power thanks to [[SIVA]], threatening the remaining Hive nests.<ref>'''Bungie (2016/20/9)''', ''[[Destiny]]: [[Rise of Iron]] Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard''</ref> Ultimately, with the defeat of [[Aksis, Archon Prime]] and all of his forces,<ref>'''Bungie (2016/20/9)''', ''[[Destiny]]: [[Rise of Iron]] Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, [[Wrath of the Machine]]''</ref> the Devils have pulled out of the Cosmodrome ''en mass'', apparently following a trend set by other Fallen Houses.<ref>'''Bungie (2017/28/3)''', ''[[Destiny]]: [[Age of Triumph]] Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, [[Grimoire]]: [[Grimoire/Allies/Legends_%26_Mysteries#Ghost_Fragment:_Fallen_6|Ghost Fragment: Fallen 6]]''</ref>
 
Every location in Old Russia, including the [[Plaguelands]], lies within the confines of the Cosmodrome's [[The Wall|vast security wall]], with the exception of [[Gateway]] and [[Felwinter Peak]].<ref name = "Beta">'''Bungie (2014-7-17)''', ''Destiny: Beta PlayStation 4, Activision Blizzard.''</ref> The ruins of the Cosmodrome tell some of the history of the Collapse: hundreds of civilian vehicles are seen outside the facility's walls trying to get in, with, with tanks parked on the opposite side of the entrance. The [[Devil's Spire|colony ship]] that stands as the centerpiece of the area had been one of the last ships attempting to escape the Darkness, but failed to launch due to a [[The Blast|fuel line explosion]].<ref name="CosRideAlong"/>. [[Spinmetal]] can be found in lots of place through the Cosmodrome and can be used to upgrade gear or a [[Guardian]] might give some to their [[Faction]] to upgrade their [[Reputation]] with a [[Faction]]


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**''[[Rise of Iron]]''
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== References ==
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Revision as of 21:16, March 29, 2017

Cosmodrome
Cosmodrome pano.jpg
Overview

Planet:

Earth, Old Russia

Enemy factions:

Guardian Vanguard
House of Devils (Devil Splicers)
Spawn of Crota
Blood of Oryx
Taken

Connecting areas:

N/A

Gameplay

Area type:

Patrol/Mission Area

Public Events:

Yes

Patrol beacons:

Yes

 

"A whole Golden Age shipyard, but crawling with Fallen."
— Arach Jalaal

The Cosmodrome is a shipyard located in Old Russia,[1] holding the abode of Warmind Rasputin[2] and the Replication chamber of SIVA.[3]

Overview

Operated by the Russian Federal Bureau of Aeronautics, or PФбA,[4] the Cosmodrome was a vital link to space during humanity's Golden Age, and centuries after the Collapse, the remnants of forgotten colony ships on the launch pad can still be seen, waiting to fly again.[5]

Every location in Old Russia, including the Plaguelands, lies within the confines of the Cosmodrome's vast security wall, with the exception of the Gateway and Felwinter Peak.[6] The ruins of the Cosmodrome tell some of the history of the Collapse: hundreds of civilian vehicles are seen outside the facility's walls trying to get in, with, with tanks parked on the opposite side of the entrance. The colony ship that stands as the centerpiece of the area had been one of the last ships attempting to escape the Darkness, but failed to launch due to a fuel line explosion.[7].

Spinmetal can be found in lots of place throughout the Cosmodrome and can be used to upgrade gear or given to a Faction in return for advanced materials and Reputation.

History

Besides launching colony ships, the Cosmodrome was vital for its planetary array which maintained contact with the colonies, and for housing the Warmind Rasputin, who was responsible for protecting Earth from outside threats. Since the Collapse, the House of Devils made their lair here,[8] with a Hive invasion force fighting to establish a beachhead for a pending invasion of Earth[9] and the House of Kings keeping watch from the old control center.[10] By the time of the SIVA Crisis, the Kings have withdrawn and the Devil Splicers risen to power thanks to SIVA, threatening the remaining Hive nests.[11] Ultimately, with the defeat of Aksis, Archon Prime and all of his forces,[12] the Devils have pulled out of the Cosmodrome en mass, apparently following a trend set by other Fallen Houses.[13]

Locations

Trivia

  • The Cosmodrome is based upon a real-world location in Kazakhstan. Bungie artists stated that they chose the Baikonur cosmodrome as the game's starting point for its history in the evolution of spaceflight.[7]
  • The Divide was originally supposed to be packed with dead civilians trying to make their way past military checkpoints, but was dropped, citing resource constraints, busy environments, and overly grim setting.[7]
  • Based on the Director image and real world maps, the Cosmodrome is located in the northern part of the Caspian Sea.[citation needed]

Gallery

  • View of the Cosmodrome Wall

    View of the Cosmodrome Wall

  • Early Cosmodrome Concept by Dorje Bellbrook

    Early Cosmodrome Concept by Dorje Bellbrook

  • A Waterfall in Old Russia

    A Waterfall in Old Russia

  • A Stone Arch in the Cosmodrome

    A Stone Arch in the Cosmodrome

  • The Cosmodrome Wall interior

    The Cosmodrome Wall interior

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  • Unknown Sign

    Unknown Sign

  • Tunnel in Old Russia ‎

    Tunnel in Old Russia ‎

  • Unknown structure rising from the Cosmodrome sea

    Unknown structure rising from the Cosmodrome sea

  • Pan shot of the Cosmodrome Rocket Yard

    Pan shot of the Cosmodrome Rocket Yard

  • Cosmodrome Image 1.jpg

List of appearances

References

  1. ^ Bungie (2014/9/9), Destiny: Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, Grimoire: Old Russia
  2. ^ Bungie (2014/9/9), Destiny: Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, Grimoire: Rasputin
  3. ^ Bungie (2016/20/9), Destiny: Rise of Iron Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, Grimoire: Ghost Fragment: Rasputin 6
  4. ^ All-games Beta : Destiny Alpha Gameplay Leaked
  5. ^ Game Informer January 2014, page 52
  6. ^ Bungie (2014-7-17), Destiny: Beta PlayStation 4, Activision Blizzard.
  7. ^ a b c Ride Along - Cosmodrome - Bungie Commentary
  8. ^ YouTube - Official Destiny Strike Gameplay: The Devils' Lair
  9. ^ Bungie (2014/9/9), Destiny: Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, The Dark Within
  10. ^ Bungie (2014/5/19), Destiny: House of Wolves Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, The Ruling House
  11. ^ Bungie (2016/20/9), Destiny: Rise of Iron Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard
  12. ^ Bungie (2016/20/9), Destiny: Rise of Iron Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, Wrath of the Machine
  13. ^ Bungie (2017/28/3), Destiny: Age of Triumph Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, Grimoire: Ghost Fragment: Fallen 6

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